Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300
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Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix JX305

Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon N and FujiFilm JX300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the N (12MP) and the JX300 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The N was announced 2 years after the JX300 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the N grades versus the JX300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N & FujiFilm FinePix JX300. The whole galleries are available at Canon N Gallery & FujiFilm JX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N over the FujiFilm JX300
N | JX300 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 25 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Canon N
JX300 | N |
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Common features in the Canon N and FujiFilm JX300
N | JX300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus |
Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon N enjoys physical measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the FujiFilm JX300 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Contrast the Canon N and FujiFilm JX300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the N against the JX300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the N and JX300 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the N and JX300.
Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the FujiFilm JX300 to resolve more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger N provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot N | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot N | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 |
Also called as | - | FinePix JX305 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 2248 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.6-6.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.8" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | PureColor II G touch | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1800 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 195 grams (0.43 lb) | 130 grams (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | 180 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-9L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD / SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $299 | $110 |